Computer-implemented methods and systems for improved communications across a blockchain network

Abstract

The invention resides in a computer-implemented method. The method comprises the transmission of packets of data using nodes and/or routers, which optimise the dissemination and/or balancing of resources through management and/or allocation. In particular, the invention relates to the controlled transmission and/or access to those packets of data. The method can include operating a sending resource, and the packet of data preferably includes blockchain related data. The sending resource can be the originator of the packets of data e.g. the creator or the producer, or the sending resource can be an operator, such as distributor who collates, aggregates or pools packets of data for subsequent transmission e.g. independently of the original transmission. The multicast group and/or the packets of data can be secured, and a recipient e.g. an end-user can obtain an access-key for accessing the multicast group and/or the packet of data. In some embodiments, the access-key can be provided during an exchange over a blockchain, for example by using a payment channel.

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